UNI School of Music

09/09/2026

The UNI Panther Marching Band extends its condolences to the University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band during this difficult time.

09/08/2026

This year, we're amplifying our faculty and staff! Keep up with posts here throughout the year to learn more about the incredible people who make the UNI School of Music truly extraordinary. We're kicking off this series highlighting Dr. John Wiles and Prof. Matt Andreini! 💜💛🎶

08/28/2026

It was a full and exciting first week back in the School of Music! Our 2026 faculty and staff (pictured here at their fall retreat) were eager to welcome our students back. Be sure to follow us for updates on upcoming events, student and alumni news, outreach programs and more! 💜💛🎶

08/24/2026

Welcome and welcome back, Panthers! We're so excited to have you on campus! 💜💛🎶

That’s a good looking class, welcome home 🫶

06/15/2026

We're thrilled to announce that Julia Sakharova will be joining our faculty this fall as Assistant Professor of Instruction in Violin! Prof. Sakharova is an internationally acclaimed violinist and Concertmaster of Orchestra Iowa, known for her technically thrilling performances and powerful musical voice. We're so excited for our students to work with her! 💜💛🎶

➡ Learn more about Prof. Sakharova at https://www.juliasakharova.com

05/29/2026

School of Music summer camps are almost here! There's still time to register and to learn more! 💜💛🎶
➡ https://music.uni.edu/summercamps

05/23/2026

ICYMI, The UNI Varsity Men's Glee Club is on tour in Spain! Follow along with their adventures on their page! 💜💛🎶

05/15/2026

Congratulations to our graduating class of 2026! 💜💛🎶

We're so proud of our School of Music graduates and of all of our students for making it through another year.

If you're unable to join us in person for commencement this weekend, all ceremonies will be livestreamed on the UNI YouTube channel ⬇️
https://www.youtube.com//streams

05/08/2026

As students are wrapping up the last week of classes and preparing for finals and juries, we're looking to the future! The Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center does so much to help and support the School of Music at UNI. We're excited to welcome Dr. Lefter to campus and to continue our partnership with this amazing organization! 💜💛🎶

We’re excited to announce Anne Lefter as the new Executive Director of Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center!

With more than 20 years of experience in performing arts leadership, Anne brings a strong vision for connecting artists, students and the community. She will officially begin her role on July 1 marking an exciting new chapter for GBPAC!

Join us in giving her a warm welcome to our community! 💜

https://gbpac.com/engage-explore/anne-lefter-named-executive-director-gallagher-bluedorn-performing-arts-center

05/01/2026

The semester is winding down, but there are still so many amazing events scheduled in the School of Music this spring! Back to back guest artist recitals, UNI Choirs Andante and SingPins, Northern Iowa Symphony Orchestra bringing Star Wars music to life for May the 4th, our final Spotlight Series concert of the year ftg. Symphonic Band -- and more! We hope to see you there! 💜💛🎶
Check out the calendar ➡